Shaftesbury Weather in August

With daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 13°C (55°F), August in Shaftesbury brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 77 mm (3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Shaftesbury in August

Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see rain, totalling around 77 mm (3 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Shaftesbury in August

August is one of the better months to visit Shaftesbury. Expect 22°C (72°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. Experience the summer season in August. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to around 13°C (55°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Shaftesbury in August

With approximately 210 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June, July and August typically offer the best circumstances for Shaftesbury.

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Shaftesbury Temperature in August

Min Temperature 13°C (55°F)  

Max Temperature 22°C (72°F)  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 77 mm (3 in)  

Rainy days 13 days  

Sunshine 210 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Salisbury, the United Kingdom (29 KM, 18 Miles).

What to Wear in Shaftesbury in August

For Shaftesbury in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Shaftesbury in August

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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